Folk Art
Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Folk Art
Other, Tin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Folk Art
Epoxy Resin
2010s Israeli Modern Folk Art
Iron
2010s Mexican Modern Folk Art
Resin, Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Folk Art
Resin, Wood
20th Century American Modern Folk Art
Paint
2010s Israeli Modern Folk Art
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Folk Art
Hardwood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Folk Art
Epoxy Resin
1970s Modern Vintage Folk Art
Wood, Paint
2010s Mexican Modern Folk Art
Resin, Wood
2010s English Modern Folk Art
Cotton
1990s Danish Modern Folk Art
Wool
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather, Walnut
20th Century Scottish Modern Folk Art
Stoneware
20th Century English Modern Folk Art
Stoneware
Early 2000s English Modern Folk Art
Stoneware
Early 2000s English Modern Folk Art
Stoneware
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Ceramic
Late 20th Century European Modern Folk Art
Polyester
2010s Mexican Modern Folk Art
Resin
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather
1990s Australian Modern Folk Art
Acrylic, Canvas
2010s Mexican Modern Folk Art
Resin
20th Century American Modern Folk Art
Wood
Early 20th Century Ivorian Modern Folk Art
Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Folk Art
Resin
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather
Early 20th Century American Modern Folk Art
Paper
1970s American Modern Vintage Folk Art
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Gold Leaf
1990s American Modern Folk Art
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Folk Art
Fiberglass
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Metal
20th Century British Modern Folk Art
Stoneware
1990s French Modern Folk Art
Plastic
Late 20th Century Modern Folk Art
Iron, Tin
Late 20th Century English Modern Folk Art
Pottery
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather
Early 2000s Australian Modern Folk Art
Acrylic, Linen, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Ceramic
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Textile
Early 20th Century Congolese Modern Folk Art
Copper
Early 2000s Australian Modern Folk Art
Canvas, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Folk Art
Paper
2010s French Modern Folk Art
Canvas, Wood, Paint
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Chrome
Early 2000s Indonesian Modern Folk Art
Wool
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Brass
2010s Mexican Modern Folk Art
Resin, Wood
20th Century British Modern Folk Art
Stoneware
1980s English Modern Vintage Folk Art
Wicker
20th Century American Modern Folk Art
Stoneware
20th Century English Modern Folk Art
Stoneware
20th Century British Modern Folk Art
Stoneware
20th Century American Modern Folk Art
Metal
Vintage, New and Antique Folk Art
Folk art refers to a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Vintage, new and antique folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, portraiture and paintings, carnival art, quilts and duck decoys.
American folk art is frequently valued because of the traditional skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.
During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.
Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of folk art on 1stDibs.